Dirt From The Dugout

Rajai Davis Breaks Down 2016 Home Run and His Preparation in the MLB

This week, Ravvy and Justin are joined by long time big leaguer, Rajai Davis. He played 14 seasons in Major League Baseball for the Pittsburgh Pirates, San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics, Toronto Blue Jays, Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indians, Boston Red Sox, and New York Mets. He is most known for his game-tying home run against Aroldis Chapman in the eighth inning of Game 7 of the 2016 World Series, which at the time was the third-most consequential play in terms of Championship Win Probability Added.  Listen to Rajai break down his famous home run, how he prepared to be his best self, and some of his favorite memories growing up in Connecticut!  Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgo... Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Chris Burke Details College and Professional Baseball Comparisons

Ravvy and Justin are joined by former unanimous SEC Player of the Year and top Astros prospect, Chris Burke! Burke played baseball at the University of Tennessee, where he was named to three All-America teams. In 1999, Burke was selected as a Freshman 2nd team All-American at second base. In 2000, he was named to the All-Southeastern Conference team at second base. In 2001, Burke moved to shortstop and helped the Volunteers make an appearance in the College World Series by hitting .435 with 20 home runs and 49 stolen bases, being named to the CWS all-tournament team.  Chris talks youth baseball, covering college baseball, and his MLB career in this insightful episode. Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ [https://theparentdugout.com/]  Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382]  https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug [https://x.com/dirtfromthedug] https://www.instagram.com/dirtfromthedugout [https://www.instagram.com/dirtfromthedugout] https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569210154207 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569210154207]  https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtfromthedugout [https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtfromthedugout]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Jeff Nelson Shares the Impact of Winning Four World Series

Ravvy and Justin are joined this episode by All-Star Yankees Pitcher and MLB analyst Jeff Nelson. He had two stints with the New York Yankees, with whom he won four World Series championships. Nelson had three stints with the Seattle Mariners (1992–1995, 2001–2003 and again in 2005). He was named an All-Star in 2001. He is Seattle's all-time record holder for most games pitched (383).  Nellie shares what pitchers should focus on other than velocity, favorite memories from the '95 Mariners and four rings with the Yankees, and some of the intangibles that make today's All-Star pitchers so great. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ [https://theparentdugout.com/]  Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382]  https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Dustin Pedroia Details the End to His Big League Career and the State of Youth Baseball

Ravvy & Justin are joined by Dustin Pedroia. Dustin played in the major leagues for 14 years all with the Boston Red Sox. Dustin Pedroia has an extremely decorated career for an everyday second baseman including an MVP, ROTY, 2 Championships, 4 All Star nods, 4 Gold Glove awards, and a Silver Slugger. The "Laser Show" dives into the state of youth baseball, how baseball injuries are treated, and how his big league career ended. Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ [https://theparentdugout.com/]  Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382]  https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug [https://x.com/dirtfromthedug]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Dusty Baker Opens Up on Highs and Lows from Life in Baseball

Legendary baseball manager and 2-time World Series champion Dusty Baker joins Karl Ravech and Justin Musil on this special episode of Dirt From The Dugout! Dusty opens up on his life and career in baseball, sharing stories about the most impactful people and moments along the way. He details it further in his memoir "Crossroads," available online and in stores now. Dusty talks about his World Series teams and the great teams that should have gotten there, including the 2003 Chicago Cubs. Join our growing community today! https://theparentdugout.com/ [https://theparentdugout.com/]  Subscribe to the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-from-the-dugout/id1895617382]  https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98 [https://open.spotify.com/show/0TYMMgoNypFpff5xMkBI98]  Follow our social media channels for more content! https://x.com/dirtfromthedug [https://x.com/dirtfromthedug]  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.